Spanish River Christian School - Permanent Substitute and Substitute Coordinator

spanishriverchurch; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement

FSA Options

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Christ-centered Community

Job summary

Spanish River Christian School in Boca Raton, FL, is seeking a passionate, faith-driven, certified teacher to cover PK3-8th grade and specials, aligning instruction with Christian values. The role also coordinates substitutes, training staff on lesson plans and classroom protocols.

Candidates must hold a Florida teaching certificate, have teaching experience, and be highly organized. Active involvement in a church is required, reflecting a strong Christian worldview within a supportive,

Qualifications

• Valid Florida Teaching Certification.
• Experience teaching across PK3–8th grade including specials.
• Strong organizational skills to manage a changing calendar and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Model mature Christian faith in daily life and classroom conduct.
• Integrate biblical principles into instruction and student interactions.
• Be available 7AM–8PM for substitute coordination and communication.
• Fill PK3-8th grade classrooms including specials and coordinate substitutes.
• Train substitutes on lesson plans, duties, and classroom protocols.
• Coordinate substitute calendars and respond to staff needs.
• Attend staff meetings and devotional times; support co-curricular activities.

Skills

Valid Florida Teaching Certification

Teaching experience

Organized and calendar management

Engaging PK3-8th & specials

Christian faith commitment

Job description

Spanish River Christian School (SRCS), located in Boca Raton, FL, has been educating students in a Christ-centered environment for over 43 years. Our goal is to partner with families to provide a nurturing, academically rigorous education grounded in biblical truth, shaping students to become compassionate, courageous Christian leaders.

Position Overview

Passionate, faith-driven, certified teacher. This individual will teach in a wide range of classrooms from preschool through to eighth grade including specials (art, STEM, music, Spanish, PE). Curriculum taught will be in alignment with Christian values. This position is a gifted educator who is able to quickly connect with students of different age groups and inspire a love of learning during the time they are in the classroom. Their primary responsibility is to fill in as a teacher in the various classrooms as needed, taking on all teacher responsibilities for whichever classroom they are needed. Additional responsibilities include acting as the coordinator for all other substitutes. This includes being the contact person for staff who are in need of a substitute, as well as scheduling all substitutes. This position will also train substitutes on classroom lesson plans, teaching/assisting duties and responsibilities and classroom protocols.

Qualifications

• Valid Florida Teaching Certification
• Teaching experience
• Highly organized and able to maintain a changing calendar and schedule
• Active member of Spanish River Presbyterian Church or another church approved by school leadership
• A strong personal commitment to the Christian faith and biblical worldview
• Demonstrated ability to engage students from preschool age to eighth grade, including special subjects such as art, STEM, music, Spanish, PE

Core Responsibilities

Spiritual and Relational Leadership

• Model a mature Christian faith through speech, conduct, and daily life
• Integrate biblical principles into classroom instruction and student interactions
• Demonstrate daily commitment to prayer, Scripture, and Christian service
• Foster respectful, caring relationships with students, families, and colleagues

Instruction and Coordinator Responsibilities

• Fill the role of classroom teacher for PK3-8th Grade, including specials subjects
• Communicate with teachers needing to take time off
• Train substitutes on classroom lesson plans, teaching/assisting duties and responsibilities, and classroom protocols
• Add teacher/ assistant time off on the Permanent Sub Calendar
• Coordinate subs for teachers and assistants (planned in advance as well as day-of needs)
• Communicate with subs to fill needs
• Needs to be available 7AM - 8PM to receive and respond to communication from teachers, etc. regarding substitute coordination

Professionalism and Collaboration

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to promote a unified school community
• Attend staff meetings and staff devotional time
• Support school programs and co-curricular activities beyond the classroom

Benefits Include:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 403(b) retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible coursework
• Employee discounts
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Warm, supportive work environment within a Christ-centered community

** Spanish River Christian School is a Drug-Free Workplace. We participate in E-Verify. Spanish River Christian School screens all employees using the clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ **